Motrix vs Free Download Manager
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Motrix
8.0Open-source download manager
Free Download Manager
6.0Download accelerator and organiser
| Metric | Motrix | Free Download Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 506 | 234 |
| 90-day Installs | 1.6K | 721 |
| 365-day Installs | 5.6K | 2.9K |
| Version | 1.8.19 | 6.33.2 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 51.0K | - |
| GitHub Forks | 4.8K | - |
| Open Issues | 772 | - |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | JavaScript | — |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1y ago | 2mo ago |
| First Seen | Feb 26, 2019 | May 12, 2016 |
Reviews
Motrix
Motrix is an open-source download manager with a sleek UI and support for multiple protocols. It offers features like batch downloads, scheduling, and integrates with cloud storage. Ideal for frequent downloaders who need a versatile tool.
Manages downloads using protocols like HTTP, FTP, and magnet links, with support for batch downloads and scheduling.
Pros
- + Open-source with a user-friendly interface
- + Supports multiple download protocols
- + Cross-platform availability
Cons
- - No auto-updates feature
- - Concerns about project maintenance
Free Download Manager
Free Download Manager (FDM) is a download accelerator and organizer that speeds up downloads by splitting files into parts and downloading them simultaneously. It supports HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, and torrents, and offers browser integration. It's useful for users who need fast and organized downloads but should be cautious due to past security issues.
Accelerates downloads by splitting files and downloading parts simultaneously, supporting multiple protocols and offering browser integration.
Pros
- + Accelerates downloads by splitting files and downloading parts simultaneously
- + Supports HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, and torrents
- + Offers browser integration for convenient downloads
Cons
- - Security concerns due to past backdoor issues
- - Lack of transparency regarding license and development details